10 Ways to Look Younger for Your Fall High-School Reunion

Impending holidays aren't the only source of stress this time of year—reunion season is in full swing, too. And whether it's your 10-year, 20-year, or beyond, one thing is clear: You need to look hot. Because, sure, seeing your former classmates is great, but you know what's even better? Looking younger than them. Here's how to shave off years—fast.

DON'T FORGET ABOUT YOUR HANDS

Most of us almost completely neglect them (or at least don't give them the same commitment that we give our face), but since you'll be glad-handing all night at a reunion, now's the time to get serious. To smooth lines and rough texture, start buffing the backs of your hands every other day with a microdermabrasion cream, such as Essie Ejuvenate Microdermabrasion Hand Refiner, and follow up with a rich hand cream (we like Fresh Sugar Blossom Hand Treatment). Then, on the night of the event, paint your nails. A study published in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery found that wearing nail polish makes hands appear younger. Keep nails short, and paint on a red-orange shade for a vibrant look or a creamy pink for a neutral one. And if that's not the best excuse ever to spring for a manicure, then what is?